02Y040A Yellow Epoxy Primer

Product description
02Y040A yellow epoxy primer is a high solids, chemically cured, strontium chromated
primer which provides corrosion, chemical and solvent resistance. It is compatible with
MIL-PRF-85285 polyurethane topcoats for protection of military aircraft exteriors.

 High solids
 Excellent adhesion
 Corrosion inhibiting
 Resistant to immersion in hydraulic fluids, lubricating oils, phosphate ester based
hydraulic fluids, Skydrol® hydraulic fluid and distilled water

Components
Mix ratio (by volume):
 02Y040A (base component) 3 parts
 02Y040ACAT (catalyst component) 1 part

Specifications
02Y040A is qualified to:
 MIL-PRF-23377 Type I Class C2  RBO 125-014
 MCS9053 Type I Class 1 Grade 1
Note: PPG Aerospace recommends you check the most recent specification QPLs for
updated information.
Product compatibility:
02Y040A is compatible with the following topcoat specifications:
 DMS 2115  MIL-PRF-85285
 MIL-PRF-22750  MMS 420

Surface preparation and pretreatments

02Y040A primer can be applied over clean, dry, intact aluminum and composites
surfaces. Aluminum surfaces shall be treated with materials conforming to MIL-DTL-
5541, MIL-A-8625, or equivalent.
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Instructions for use
Mixing Instructions:
Stir or shake the base component to ensure any pigment, which may have settled on
the bottom of the can, has been fully incorporated into the base. Do not stir or shake
the base component longer than 15 minutes. Slowly add the one volume of catalyst to
three volumes base component. Mix by hand stirring, paint shaker or mechanical
mixing to ensure the base/catalyst mixture is homogeneous. Do not shake or
mechanically mix material for longer than 10 minutes. Constant agitation of the material
during spray application is recommended.

Note: It is important to condition the paint for 24 hours prior to mixing by placing all
materials in the shop or hangar, with ambient temperatures between 13° and 35°C (55°
to 95°F). The minimum temperature of the paint components should be 13°C (55°F)
prior to mixing.

Induction time:

Not Required

Viscosity: (23°C/73°F)
 #4 Ford cup 40 seconds maximum

Note: Viscosities quoted are the typical values obtained when using specified mix ratio.

Pot life:
4 hours @ 21 - 25°C (70 - 77°F)

Application guidelines
Recommended application conditions:

Temperature 15 - 30°C (59 - 86°F)

Relative Humidity 20 - 90%

Application:

These application guidelines represent PPG’s best advice in standard conditions. Some
parameters will be influenced by environmental conditions, equipment settings, and
other variables.

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Theoretical coverage:
23 square meters/liter at 25 microns dry film (953 square feet/gallon at 1 mil dry film)
Recommended dry film thickness; 15 to 23 microns (0.6 to 0.9 mils)

Dry film density:

1.70 grams/cubic centimeter (14.18 pounds/gallon)

Dry film weight:

43.0 grams/square meter at 25 microns dry film (0.00881 pounds/square feet at 1 mil
dry film)

Equipment:
02Y040A are compatible with all current forms of spray equipment.

Equipment Tip size Pot pressure Atomization

Type Pressure at the
Cap
Electrostatic Air 1.2 mm or 1.5 mm 10 to 20 psi 45 to 60 psi
Spray Gun (0.69 to 1.4 bar) (3.1 to 4.1 bar)
Electrostatic Air #611 or #613 700 to 1200 psi 40 to 60 psi
Assisted Airless (Graco (48 to 82 bar) (2.8 to 4.1 bar)
Spray Gun Nomenclature)
High Volume 1.0 mm to 1.4 mm 10 to 20 psi 10 psi maximum
Low Pressure (0.69 to 1.4 bar) (0.69 bar)
Spray Gun (HVLP)
Conventional Air 1.2 mm to 1.8 mm 10 to 20 psi 45 to 60 psi
Spray Gun (0.69 to 1.4 bar) (3.1 to 4.1 bar)

Equipment cleaning:
Clean spray equipment as soon as possible after use. Flush spray equipment with IS-
237 (MIL-T-81772 Type II) or Desoclean™ 45 high performance solvent cleaner.
Once material has cured, use an approved chemical paint removal system to strip
primer from parts and equipment.

Physical Properties (product)

Color Yellow

Gloss Not Applicable

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Dry Times 21 - 27°C (70 - 80°F)

Tack Free 5 hours maximum
Dry to Topcoat 5 - 24 hours
Dry Hard 8 hours maximum
Full Cure 14 days maximum

Note: Dry times are based on film thickness. Dry times above were established at room
(ambient) temperatures, 75° ± 5°F and 50% ± 10% relative humidity. After 8 hours of
cure, solvent wipe the entire primed surface with IS- 297 Primer Re-activator, Acetone
or equivalent. After 24 hours of cure, scuff sand the entire primed surface, followed by a
solvent wipe.

For dry to stack conditions only: Allow a minimum of 15 minutes flash off time at
ambient temperatures prior to exposing painted parts to high temperatures. Complete
testing should be done prior to use. Below are suggested starting points. Other
variables may affect these cure schedules.

Temperature Time
49°C (120°F) 45 minutes
60°C (140°F) 30 minutes
71°C (160°F) 20 minutes
82°C (180°F) 15 minutes

Note: Ambient temperatures are defined as 70° ± 10°F and 50% ± 10% relative
humidity.

VOC:
VOC
Mixed, ready to use VOC (EPA method 24) 330 grams/liter
Base Component 315 grams/liter
Catalyst Component 372 grams/liter

Flash Point closed cup:

Base Component 8°C (46°F)

Catalyst Component 36°C (97°F)

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Shelf Life:
12 months from date of manufacture for most OEM specifications. Consult the
specification to verify shelf life requirements.
Note: Shelf life is provided for original, unopened containers

Note: The application and performance property values above are typical for the
material, but not intended for use in specifications or for acceptance inspection criteria
because of variations in testing methods, conditions and configurations.

Storage Recommendations
Inspect the condition of the container to ensure compliance. The material should be
stored at temperatures between 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) to ensure shelf life.

Note: When procuring to a qualified material specification, follow those storage

instructions.

Health Precautions

This product is safe to use and apply when recommended precautions are followed.
Before using this product, read and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which
provides information on health, physical and environmental hazards, handling
precautions and first aid recommendations. An SDS is available on request. Avoid
overexposure. Obtain medical care in case of extreme overexposure.

For industrial use only. Keep away from children.

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For sales and ordering information call the local PPG office at the
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